INDEPENDENCE — The Iola Soccer club, a 14-and-under traveling team, opened its season in fine fashion April 7, by defeating two-time defending SEK League champion Independence, 2-1.
Zane Beasley and Jack Eyster scored goals for Iola. Beasley also had an assist. Zack Kress had six saves on seven shots.
Iola continued its roll Sunday with a 9-0 win at Chanute White. Ryan Eyster, Bret Plumlee, Braden Plumlee, Nolan Jones, Jacobee Burtnett and Jeremy Walden scored once each, while Zane Beasley scored twice. Iola also was credited with a team goal.
Zane Beasley, Braden Plumlee and Mason Snavely had assists, while Iola allowed no shots on goal.
The fun continued later in the day against Chanute Blue with a 4-0 win.
Zane Beasley had two goals and an assist. Collin Bedell and Kress scored one goal apiece. Parker Smith was credited with a save.
Iola opens play at home at 2 p.m. Sunday against Coffeyville at the Allen Community College soccer field. Admission is free.
Iola Soccer Club coaches Brek Ulrich and Jerad Larkey are eager to see a large crowd of supporters, they said.
Iola Soccer Club rolls
